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What Banks Don’t Want You To Know About Short Sales

1/27/2012 9:24 AM

Short sales in Tampa are taking anywhere from 2 to 6 months, to get completed, depending on the lender. One problem with short sales is the bank is often the servicing entity. This means they are receiving a servicing fee, so the longer the transaction drags on, the more money they get. Usually, most people [......Read More

Save Money By Finding A Free List Of Tampa Foreclosures

1/25/2012 3:24 PM

If you’re looking for Tampa foreclosures, you can find them with a free list of distressed real estate in Tampa Bay. You’ll be able to see current repossessed properties, short sales, fixer-upper houses and foreclosed homes, which can offer great money-saving opportunities. There are things to know, when buying a foreclosure. A Tampa Realtor can [....Read More

Get Instant Tampa MLS Access

1/23/2012 1:18 PM

You can sign up for instant access to the Tampa MLS, which is helpful, when searching for a home or selling your home. While your Tampa Realtor can offer a wealth of information, you can obtain the ability to search the Tampa MLS, just like a Realtor and get up-to-date information on the marketplace. Data [......Read More

Learning About The Channelside District In Tampa Florida

1/22/2012 3:14 PM

For homebuyers in the Tampa market, the Channelside District may not be an original consideration, but buyers willing to enjoy the maintenance-free lifestyle of condos, will be impressed. Known for luxurious lofts and high-rise towers of condominiums, the Channelside District is ideal for those who love urban convenience and a cosmopolitan lifestyl...Read More

7 Tips To Get Your Home Sold In 30 Days

1/21/2012 8:06 PM

In today’s competitive housing market, attracting qualified homebuyers is crucial to selling your home, quickly. For sellers who use these 7 tips to get your home sold in 30 days, the odds are increased, since you’ll be competing against many other homes for sale, in your particular market. The important components of selling your home [......Read More

Advantages To Hiring A Buyer’s Agent For Tampa Home-Buying

1/19/2012 5:03 PM

Hiring a buyer’s agent is a popular thing to do for out-of-town buyers, since they have little knowledge of the best Tampa home-buying opportunities. Local residents may prefer to take advantage of hiring a buyer’s agent, since they can save them time and money. There as advantages to having a contracted real estate agent to [......Read More

Buying Land For Building Your Tampa Dream Home

1/18/2012 12:40 PM

Land usually costs 25% of the whole home’s price, when purchasing new construction homes in Tampa. This is a general rule of thumb, so if you’re in a subdivision where you purchase a $50,000 lot, you’re likely looking at a $200,000 home. The more you pay for your land, the higher the home’s price. When [......Read More

Avoid A Horror Story, When Building A New Home In Tampa

1/16/2012 2:34 PM

If you’re thinking about building a new home, but you have heard too many horror stories about missed deadlines, leaking windows or uneven floors, there are a few tips to consider. Investigating the reputation of the builder can be an important part of avoiding a horror story, when building a new home in Tampa. There [......Read More

The HARP Lifeline’s Thrown To “Underwater” Homeowners By Obama

1/15/2012 7:52 PM

The Obama Administration throws a badly-needed life preserver to “underwater” mortgage debtors, through HARP, (or Home Affordable Refinance Program). As a reward for continuing to pay their “upside-down” mortgage payments, HARP is being extended through December 31, 2013. Mortgages bought by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac are eligible for modification, ...Read More

Find Unbiased Help, When Buying New Homes In Tampa

1/14/2012 9:26 AM

When you’re considering new homes in Tampa, you may not realize that shopping through builders may be a mistake. If you want to find the best new construction homes in Tampa, you need unbiased opinions, which you can’t expect from a builder’s representative. An experienced Realtor in new construction is the best person to offer [......Read More

Real Estate Market Updates:

Fed shocker: extended interest-rate policy

1/27/2012 2:45 PM

Commentary: Are White House, Congress creating a perfect storm?

1/27/2012 2:29 PM

ARG president says syndication 'brings little value' (VIDEO)

1/27/2012 11:41 AM

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